Post by: huntandjeep on July 18, 2015, 06:22:49 PM
Thanks Allen
Post by: JJB11B on July 18, 2015, 06:36:34 PM
Post by: BeWitty on July 18, 2015, 06:43:51 PM
Post by: Bofire on July 18, 2015, 06:54:44 PM
Post by: Sumpnneedskillin on July 18, 2015, 07:22:16 PM
It's a very nice trailer inside and out.
Post by: Halo on July 18, 2015, 07:33:38 PM
Post by: BeWitty on July 18, 2015, 08:17:08 PM
Wife and I are thinking of getting one. Went looking today and checked out Jayco White Hawks and Keystone Hideouts. Going next weekend to look at Forest Rivers. Definitely want a slide out, outdoor kitchen / shower , and double bunks for the girls ( 7 and 2 year old). Thinking minimum 26' maximum 28'. Want a bumper pull . What should we look for in a trailer ? Any makes to avoid ?
Thanks Allen
Are you considering used also? Also wondering what key things to look for/look out for when considering a used trailer. 2005 and newer.
Post by: stevemiller on July 18, 2015, 08:25:22 PM
Wife and I are thinking of getting one. Went looking today and checked out Jayco White Hawks and Keystone Hideouts. Going next weekend to look at Forest Rivers. Definitely want a slide out, outdoor kitchen / shower , and double bunks for the girls ( 7 and 2 year old). Thinking minimum 26' maximum 28'. Want a bumper pull . What should we look for in a trailer ? Any makes to avoid ?Get what you want thats whats really important but I will give my 2 cents.Your signature is huntandjeep,Ok,I hunt,jeep,boat,jetski,Atv,and just plain camp.Can only do the 2 with a trailer,and thats just hunt and camp.I opted for the motor home for that reason.If your pulling the trailer your not pulling your jeep. So why even look at a trailer? :dunno: Motor home or camper for pickup bed. :twocents:
Thanks Allen
Post by: huntandjeep on July 18, 2015, 08:43:28 PM
Ya in considering used.Wife and I are thinking of getting one. Went looking today and checked out Jayco White Hawks and Keystone Hideouts. Going next weekend to look at Forest Rivers. Definitely want a slide out, outdoor kitchen / shower , and double bunks for the girls ( 7 and 2 year old). Thinking minimum 26' maximum 28'. Want a bumper pull . What should we look for in a trailer ? Any makes to avoid ?
Thanks Allen
Are you considering used also? Also wondering what key things to look for/look out for when considering a used trailer. 2005 and newer.
Post by: huntandjeep on July 18, 2015, 08:55:17 PM
My original plan was a camper but I'm scared we would outgrow it fast. Second plan was a 30'gooseneck flatdeck trailer with an 18'-20' travel trailer mounted on the front minus the wheels/axles ( redneck crawler hauler :chuckle: ). Looking more at trailers cause we camp alot more than "we" jeep. Usually its just me jeeping on the long weekends so I throw it on the car trailer and tent it, or just drive it to / from the trail. The wife and kids usually only go on the day trips.Wife and I are thinking of getting one. Went looking today and checked out Jayco White Hawks and Keystone Hideouts. Going next weekend to look at Forest Rivers. Definitely want a slide out, outdoor kitchen / shower , and double bunks for the girls ( 7 and 2 year old). Thinking minimum 26' maximum 28'. Want a bumper pull . What should we look for in a trailer ? Any makes to avoid ?Get what you want thats whats really important but I will give my 2 cents.Your signature is huntandjeep,Ok,I hunt,jeep,boat,jetski,Atv,and just plain camp.Can only do the 2 with a trailer,and thats just hunt and camp.I opted for the motor home for that reason.If your pulling the trailer your not pulling your jeep. So why even look at a trailer? :dunno: Motor home or camper for pickup bed. :twocents:
Thanks Allen
Post by: stevemiller on July 18, 2015, 09:01:30 PM
Post by: Special T on July 19, 2015, 12:24:18 AM
Post by: kirkl on July 20, 2015, 02:50:12 PM
http://www.alstrailers.com/inventory/462403/New-2015-Keystone-RV-Springdale-241RKWE.aspx
Post by: coop2424 on July 20, 2015, 03:05:24 PM
Post by: wildmanoutdoors on July 20, 2015, 03:16:39 PM
They are allot of maintance, especially if kept outside.
They will leak if you dont check and re seal every year.
Fridges, heaters, hot water heaters, ect will fail. Plan your trips in advance and check everything. You will eventually get out there camping only to find this or that does not work.
They look great looking at one on the lot but whats inside and how its made is the key.
Look for quality components. Dometic\Surbuban are some of the best. Attwood and such are lesser quality.
One piece roofs are better than multi seams.
Shop carefully and read reviews. There all POS's. Just some are worse than others.
Post by: hiway_99 on July 20, 2015, 05:41:24 PM
Post by: Bofire on July 20, 2015, 06:07:29 PM
Carl
Post by: Mxracer532 on July 20, 2015, 06:45:30 PM
Post by: trophyhunt on July 20, 2015, 07:11:28 PM
Post by: CAMPMEAT on July 22, 2015, 07:36:22 AM
Buy the biggest you want. The bigger, the better with a family involved. Toy hauler for your ATV ?
Post by: baker5150 on July 22, 2015, 07:59:53 AM
Buy an EXTENDED WARRANTY. You might be very surprised at how much RV's cost to fix. Also, low ball the dealer HUGELY. There is a huge, huge, markup in them. I lived in 3 new ones and the converter went out and it cost me over $700 out of my pocket to fix.
Buy the biggest you want. The bigger, the better with a family involved. Toy hauler for your ATV ?
:yeah:
But be aware that warranties DO NOT cover leaks of any kind. I have owned many trailers, just bought a new Keystone Outback. The owners manual requires me to inspect and re-seal every 90 days. :yike:
Look for wrinkles in the front of the fiberglass if buying used, especially older Keystone Cougars and Sprinters The caps are made with cardboard :bash:
1 piece roofs that wrap down onto the sidewall are your best best, look for chalky roofs too, poor maintenance.
Look at how the doors close, even cabinets. sure sign flexing in the walls.
I recommend heated basements/tanks. Polar/Northwest packages usually have them.
All brands have levels of quality, as in option levels and appliance quality. Do some homework and you'll see what I mean
Like stated before, all rv's are poorly built with a huge mark up. Those who say otherwise are kidding themselves.
Good luck, their a lot of work but also a lot of fun.
Post by: HUNTINCOUPLE on July 22, 2015, 10:34:11 AM
My original plan was a camper but I'm scared we would outgrow it fast. Second plan was a 30'gooseneck flatdeck trailer with an 18'-20' travel trailer mounted on the front minus the wheels/axles ( redneck crawler hauler :chuckle: ). Looking more at trailers cause we camp alot more than "we" jeep. Usually its just me jeeping on the long weekends so I throw it on the car trailer and tent it, or just drive it to / from the trail. The wife and kids usually only go on the day trips.Wife and I are thinking of getting one. Went looking today and checked out Jayco White Hawks and Keystone Hideouts. Going next weekend to look at Forest Rivers. Definitely want a slide out, outdoor kitchen / shower , and double bunks for the girls ( 7 and 2 year old). Thinking minimum 26' maximum 28'. Want a bumper pull . What should we look for in a trailer ? Any makes to avoid ?Get what you want thats whats really important but I will give my 2 cents.Your signature is huntandjeep,Ok,I hunt,jeep,boat,jetski,Atv,and just plain camp.Can only do the 2 with a trailer,and thats just hunt and camp.I opted for the motor home for that reason.If your pulling the trailer your not pulling your jeep. So why even look at a trailer? :dunno: Motor home or camper for pickup bed. :twocents:
Thanks Allen
Stick the kidos out in a tent if you outgrow the truck camper and still can tow the toys. :twocents:
Post by: huntandjeep on July 23, 2015, 05:06:17 PM
Post by: stevemiller on July 23, 2015, 05:12:39 PM
So if I look at the roof of used units I assume I'm looking for holes,tears and loose sealant?That would help but I think its more important to look inside for bubbles or anything like that on the wall paper.When they leak it gets on and under the wall paper just as much if not more than on the ceiling inside. :twocents:
Post by: KFhunter on July 23, 2015, 05:27:20 PM
it tows awesome, I was amazed how well it tows with no load leveling doo-dads or anything else.
it's plenty comfy too.
I have one slide messing up, it's going out crooked so I'll get to see how warranty is.
http://gulfstreamrvtrailers.com/gulf-breeze-xlt/overview.php I got the 29BIK model.
Post by: Humptulips on July 23, 2015, 05:50:34 PM
That comes what to look for. If the trailer is made with chip board or sawdust board pass it by. You can check under the cabinets or open up the hot water door and see what the floor is made out of. It will have linoleum but do what you have to to see what is underneath. What ever you do if you are buying used go over every inch of the floor especially in the bathroom and check for soft spots.. If you see water stains or blisters beat feet.
Smell the fridge. If you can smell ammonia it is either shot or will be soon.
I rebuilt a 2003 toyhauler which is for sale by the way. I owned two trailers and the floor is what will go first so that is very important to look over.
Sweating is the other big issue and it will be worst in the bathroom. Make sure to check the walls for give. They should be solid. If not there is rot.
For me I had very little trouble with appliances and they are easy to check if they work so that would be the least of my worries.
One exception is the fridge and again ammonia smell will tell you about it. Always have your trailer level to run the fridge and I think best to keep it running when not in use.
Post by: huntandjeep on July 23, 2015, 07:03:19 PM
Might make the drive to Broadmor RV this weekend and look , and hit another local place. The more im searching im starting to like the Jayco's and Artic Fox :yike:
Post by: hiway_99 on July 23, 2015, 07:18:45 PM
Post by: CAMPMEAT on July 23, 2015, 10:01:16 PM
Post by: huntandjeep on July 25, 2015, 07:53:24 PM
Post by: baker5150 on July 25, 2015, 07:57:41 PM
So went looking more today and have more questions. What's the pros vs cons of smooth side compared to coregated ? What about wood framed vs aluminum ? I'm assuming smooth sides are easier to clean and aluminum is lighter
Aluminum is lighter and won't rot
Metal sides expand and contract more than fiberglass
Fiberglass will bubble and crack but is structurally stronger and easier to clean and seal for sure
Post by: baker5150 on July 25, 2015, 08:03:51 PM
I just picked up a gulf breeze 29 bunk with double slides, I can pack a lot of people in it and use it for a spare bedroom a lot when guests are up.
it tows awesome, I was amazed how well it tows with no load leveling doo-dads or anything else.
it's plenty comfy too.
I have one slide messing up, it's going out crooked so I'll get to see how warranty is.
http://gulfstreamrvtrailers.com/gulf-breeze-xlt/overview.php I got the 29BIK model.
No load levelers? You may be surprised how much better it can be with them. Especially at 29'. What rig you tow with?
Post by: 2labs on July 25, 2015, 08:04:54 PM
Post by: KFhunter on July 25, 2015, 08:09:32 PM
doesn't mean all metal siding sucks I just wanted to try smooth sides this time. Easy to wash at least. Smooth sides are heavier, your tow vehicle might limit you.
Post by: KFhunter on July 25, 2015, 08:13:40 PM
I just picked up a gulf breeze 29 bunk with double slides, I can pack a lot of people in it and use it for a spare bedroom a lot when guests are up.
it tows awesome, I was amazed how well it tows with no load leveling doo-dads or anything else.
it's plenty comfy too.
I have one slide messing up, it's going out crooked so I'll get to see how warranty is.
http://gulfstreamrvtrailers.com/gulf-breeze-xlt/overview.php I got the 29BIK model.
No load levelers? You may be surprised how much better it can be with them. Especially at 29'. What rig you tow with?
I was expecting to have to fork out cash for all that stuff but after the signing I just wanted to tow it home. I was like wow this tows nice! I've towed it around some windy twisty roads and done 70 with it and it just tows so nice I'm just going to skip all that junk.
The tow vehicle is a 1995 Ram CTD with air bags @ 50 PSI I wouldn't hesitate to motor down to Yellowstone just the way it sits.
Post by: huntandjeep on July 25, 2015, 09:11:58 PM
I had problems with my last camper and corroding metal, had electrolysis eating it like cancer
doesn't mean all metal siding sucks I just wanted to try smooth sides this time. Easy to wash at least. Smooth sides are heavier, your tow vehicle might limit you.
Tow rig is a 2012 F-350 powerstroke.
Post by: HntnFsh on July 25, 2015, 09:17:50 PM
Post by: HntnFsh on July 25, 2015, 09:20:02 PM
I had problems with my last camper and corroding metal, had electrolysis eating it like cancer
Probably had a leak or grounding problem.
Post by: KFhunter on July 25, 2015, 09:42:30 PM
http://www.rvbg.com/Articles/?id=2007793
Post by: farmin4u_98948 on July 26, 2015, 09:20:32 PM